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Best footwear for 2022 in Alaska

best footwear XTRATUF Men’s 15 In Alaska Legacy Boot Limited Edition  xtratuf.com These boots have all of the features that we love and expect from XTRATUF—waterproof, comfortable, and a non-marking, super-grippy chevron sole. To honor the people and place where the Legacy boot established itself as the go-to boot choice for the fishing industry, XTRATUF built this model with an Alaska flag at the shin and Alaska Proven printed around the rand. No doubt that the XTRATUF Legacy has earned a permanent, high-ranking position in the fishing-industry footwear segment. Columbia Sportswear Men’s PFG Tamiami Shoe columbia.com These fishing shoes are the most comfortable water/boat shoes ever for long periods of standing—something we do a lot of while mooching, backbouncing, jigging, and more. These are water shoes, best for the warmest months of the year. They drain water fast, and they dry fast between trips. The lace-up design keeps them securely on your feet and the thick, cushiony sole provides a comfortable ride when on rocky ground outside the boat. Merrell Hydro Moc Shoes merrell.com These shoes are a good solution for warm days when you want to wet wade, or for just splashing around in the shallows. The slip-on shoe is made from EVA and is light and comfortable with plenty of arch support. The heel strap keeps the shoe snugly in place. The shoes run on the large size; Merrell suggests downsizing to the smaller size if you typically wear a ½-size shoe. Muck Boots Women’s Muck Original Ankle muckbootcompany.com Muck Boots have long been respected by those who spend time outside. In a place like Alaska, where the seasons are often referred to as summer, winter and break-up, a pair of Muck Boots is standard issue for keeping your feet warm and dry in sloppy conditions. This pair received an award because they are comfortable, featuring a footbed with memory foam, as well as a neoprene bootie. They are waterproof to the extreme and also include an air mesh lining for breathability. Furthermore, they sport an antimicrobial footbed insert to control odor and reduce moisture. We like how easy they are to slip on and off.

 

 

Columbia Sportswear Men’s PFG Tamiami Shoe  columbia.com

These fishing shoes are the most comfortable water/boat shoes ever for long periods of standing—something we do a lot of while mooching, backbouncing, jigging, and more. These are water shoes, best for the warmest months of the year. They drain water fast, and they dry fast between trips. The lace-up design keeps them securely on your feet and the thick, cushiony sole provides a comfortable ride when on rocky ground outside the boat.

 

Merrell Hydro Moc Shoes  merrell.com

These shoes are a good solution for warm days when you want to wet wade, or for just splashing around in the shallows. The slip-on shoe is made from EVA and is light and comfortable with plenty of arch support. The heel strap keeps the shoe snugly in place. The shoes run on the large size; Merrell suggests downsizing to the smaller size if you typically wear a ½-size shoe.

Muck Boots Women’s Muck Original Ankle  muckbootcompany.com

Muck Boots have long been respected by those who spend time outside. In a place like Alaska, where the seasons are often referred to as summer, winter and break-up, a pair of Muck Boots is standard issue for keeping your feet warm and dry in sloppy conditions. This pair received an award because they are comfortable, featuring a footbed with memory foam, as well as a neoprene bootie. They are waterproof to the extreme and also include an air mesh lining for breathability. Furthermore, they sport an antimicrobial footbed insert to control odor and reduce moisture. We like how easy they are to slip on and off.

 

From open ocean to protected bays, burly rivers to spring creeks, giant lakes to intimate ponds, our crew has spent another season using equipment that may help you be more successful in the field in 2022. Enjoy this year’s Editors’ Choice Awards.
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